Allen, TX Technology Park Meets Industrial Demand

Allen, TX Technology Park Meets Industrial Demand

In the first three quarters of 2023, Dallas-Fort Worth led the nation in CRE investment volume, reaching $13.2 billion. The focus was mainly on industrial, multifamily, and retail projects. Despite a slowdown in sales and leasing activity in the industrial market due to increased construction deliveries, rents have continued to rise steadily, indicating strong demand…

Governor Abbott Initiates Texas Space Commission

Governor Abbott Initiates Texas Space Commission

Governor Greg Abbott today launched the Texas Space Commission and announced the inaugural members of the Texas Space Commission Board of Directors and the Texas Aerospace Research and Space Economy Consortium (TARSEC) Executive Committee at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. The Texas Space Commission will cement Texas’ position as a national leader in the space industry…

Texas Data Center Growth Fueled by Affordable Power and High Demand

Texas Data Center Growth Fueled by Affordable Power and High Demand

According to CBRE, North Texas now holds the second position among U.S. markets in terms of data center inventory, with growing demand attributed in part to the surge in online activities and the expansion of AI and cloud-based technologies Sprouting across vast expanses of suburban areas near Texas’s major urban centers, sprawling windowless structures resembling…

Texas Instruments Highlights Future Technologies at Embedded World 2024

Texas Instruments Highlights Future Technologies at Embedded World 2024

Texas Instruments (Nasdaq: TXN) announced that it will demonstrate new embedded processing and connectivity products for enabling a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future in the embedded world in April in Nuremberg, Germany. TI’s exhibit will showcase the latest advancements in application areas such as robotics, energy transition, and electric vehicles. “Advancements in embedded processing are…

TSTC Breaks Ground on New Tech Programs Building

TSTC Breaks Ground on New Tech Programs Building

Texas State Technical College administrators and faculty members ceremonially broke ground for the new home to five technical programs at the Waco campus. The CCAP (Capital Construction Assistance Project) building will accommodate the Building Construction Technology, Electrical Construction, HVAC Technology, Plumbing and Pipefitting Technology, and Solar Energy Technology programs when it opens in spring 2026….

Dallas Land Sales Surge in the Metaverse Craze

Dallas Land Sales Surge in the Metaverse Craze

The convergence of the metaverse and the physical world is becoming increasingly indistinguishable, presenting novel challenges and opportunities. Amid ongoing debates about the legal aspects of cryptocurrencies, a new frontier emerges as anyone with internet access can now acquire digital land and real estate in the metaverse through Next Earth. This Earth-based metaverse mirrors the…

Dallas Land Sales Surge in the Metaverse Craze

Dallas Land Sales Surge in the Metaverse Craze

The convergence of the metaverse and the physical world is becoming increasingly indistinguishable, presenting novel challenges and opportunities. Amid ongoing debates about the legal aspects of cryptocurrencies, a new frontier emerges as anyone with internet access can now acquire digital land and real estate in the metaverse through Next Earth. This Earth-based metaverse mirrors the…

Broadway Chatbot Revolutionizes Construction Communication

Broadway Chatbot Revolutionizes Construction Communication

As extensive road construction endeavors persist throughout San Antonio, the city is employing a chatbot to disseminate information about a specific project. The newly introduced Talkin’ Broadway chatbot allows passersby to engage in a two-way conversation via text message or QR codes along lower Broadway, offering updates on construction progress, schedules, access to local businesses,…

Google Invests $2 Billion in Anthropic for AI Safety and Research

Google Invests $2 Billion in Anthropic for AI Safety and Research

Markets & Markets The artificial intelligence (AI) market is on the verge of a remarkable growth trajectory, with projections indicating a surge from $150.2 billion in 2023 to an impressive $1,345.2 billion by 2030, demonstrating a substantial compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 36.8%. This surge is largely attributed to the advancements in generative AI,…

Building Texas: The Symbiotic Relationship Between Technology and Construction

Building Texas: The Symbiotic Relationship Between Technology and Construction

In the vast and ever-evolving landscape of Texas, technology and construction have forged a dynamic partnership that’s shaping the future of the state’s-built environment. The Lone Star State, known for its grandeur and innovation, has proven to be fertile ground for the integration of technology into the construction industry. In this article, we will explore…

Industrial Weakness Deepens, TI Forecasts Lackluster Fourth Quarter

Industrial Weakness Deepens, TI Forecasts Lackluster Fourth Quarter

Texas Instruments (TXN.O) projected fourth-quarter revenue and earnings below expectations on Tuesday due to a need for production cuts in response to weakened demand within its vital industrial market. Following this announcement, the company’s shares, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, declined by 4.5% in after-hours trading. In the third quarter, sales within the industrial sector, which…

TI increases Dividend 5%, Marking 20 Consecutive Years of Increases

TI increases Dividend 5%, Marking 20 Consecutive Years of Increases

Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (Nasdaq: TXN) said it will raise its quarterly cash dividend 5%, from $1.24 per share to $1.30, or $5.20 annualized. The higher dividend will be payable November 14, 2023, to stockholders of record on October 31, 2023, contingent upon formal declaration by the board of directors at its regular meeting in…

The Power of AI in Political Ads: Google’s Push for Transparency

The Power of AI in Political Ads: Google’s Push for Transparency

In today’s digital age, political campaigns have taken a new turn with the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in political ads. As one of the tech giants leading the way, Google is pushing for transparency in this realm, aiming to reshape the landscape of political advertising. With its vast reach and influence, Google recognizes the…

Insights into Google’s Recent Recruitment Cutbacks In Austin

Insights into Google’s Recent Recruitment Cutbacks In Austin

Tech giant Google, which maintains a significant presence in Austin, has implemented a reduction in its recruitment personnel as part of its latest round of layoffs this year. According to a report by The New York Times, Google has laid off several hundred employees, a fact that has been confirmed by the American-Statesman. This latest…

Emerging Tech in the Enterprise: How to Catch Up to Your “Consumers”

Emerging Tech in the Enterprise: How to Catch Up to Your “Consumers”

How well are CIOs listening to employees about the potential for emerging technologies to transform their productivity? In the realm of emerging technologies, the advice of Silicon Valley forecaster Paul Saffo to not mistake a clear view for a short distance remains relevant. As chief information officers (CIOs) seek practical applications for potentially disruptive technologies…